Record-Early Monsoon Triggers Red Alert in Mumbai
Mumbai issues red alert as record-early monsoon arrives, halting daily life across the city. Explore how early rains are reshaping urban resilience.
Club Legend Xabi Alonso Takes the Helm at Real Madrid
Real Madrid appoints club legend Xabi Alonso as head coach on a three-year deal after his unbeaten double in Germany.
French Open Shock: Wang Xinyu and Buyunchaokete Bow Out in Round 1
China’s Wang Xinyu and Buyunchaokete have been eliminated in the first round of the French Open, leaving Zheng Qinwen as the only Chinese singles hope.
Ex-South Korean PM and Finance Minister Face Overseas Travel Ban Amid Insurrection Probe
South Korean police have barred former PM Han Duck-soo and ex-finance minister Choi Sang-mok from overseas travel amid an insurrection investigation.
Chinese Mainland Industrial Profits Climb 1.4% in Early 2025
The Chinese mainlands industrial profits rose 1.4% in JanApr 2025, led by an 11.2% surge in equipment manufacturing and a 3.0% April gain driven by policy stimulus and high-tech innovation.
Historic ASEAN-GCC-China Summit Paves Way for Free Trade
Leaders from ASEAN, GCC and China meet in Kuala Lumpur for a landmark summit on free trade and cross-regional cooperation amid global challenges.
Over 85% of Australians Have “Forever Chemicals” in Their Blood, New Data Reveals
ABS data finds three PFAS “forever chemicals” in the blood of over 85% of Australians, laying the groundwork for national health monitoring and research.
AI Strategist Triumphs at CMG’s First Humanoid Robot Fighting Competition
AI Strategist clinched victory at CMG’s Mech Combat Arena in Hangzhou, dominating the world’s first humanoid robot fighting competition with a decisive knee strike.
Milu Deer Clash Over Mating Rights at Dongting Lake Reserve
At Dongting Lake Nature Reserve on the Chinese mainland, two male milu deer locked antlers in a dramatic breeding duel, reflecting successful rewilding efforts.
Blaze Erupts at Ecuador’s Largest Oil Refinery in Esmeraldas
A fire at Ecuador’s largest oil refinery in Esmeraldas forced evacuations and raised safety and environmental concerns.